expulsioon

expulsioon, sometimes translated as expulsion or dismissal, is the act of removing a person from an institution or society in a formal manner. The term originates from Latin ex‑plusio, meaning “push out.” Expulsioon typically occurs in educational settings, workplaces, communities, or governmental contexts, and it may be voluntary or compulsory.

In schools, expulsioon serves as a disciplinary measure for serious or repeated violations of school rules. The process usually involves a formal hearing, documentation of the offense, and a decision by a school board or administrator. In higher education, halls of residence may have their own expulsioon procedures to address breaches of conduct or financial obligations. Legal expulsioon from a country, such as removal from a student visa or deportation, requires compliance with immigration law and may involve judicial review.

During the Enlightenment and in various European national movements, expulsioon from society was used as a tool of political repression. For example, the expulsion of the Jewish ghetto in 1940 was a harsh form of state-directed expulsioon. In modern contexts, the focus is often on restorative justice and reintegration rather than punitive measures.

College or university officials often coordinate with legal counsel to ensure due process. Responsibilities vary across jurisdictions, but the core principle remains that expulsioon, whether from an institution or a jurisdiction, involves a formal severance of the relationship between the individual and the host body.